Working Student - Engineering & Development (Robotics & Mechanical Systems) (M/W/D/)

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world's widest portfolio and service network, we - Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together.

Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.

We are now looking for a student to join our operations team in Hamburg.

Role overview

This role combines hands-on mechanical and robotics engineering, system integration, and structured handling of engineering and test data in real industrial applications.

What you will do:

Engineering & Robotics Systems

• Support the development of machining and repair systems
• Assist with mechanical setup, alignment, tooling concepts, and robotic system integration
• Support testing, validation, and commissioning of mechanical and robotic equipment in an engineering environment

Engineering Data Management & Analysis

• Collect, structure, and maintain engineering and test data (e.g. process parameters, test results, cycle times, deviations)
• Support data traceability for system configurations, test runs, and validation activities
• Assist in reviewing and interpreting technical data to improve process stability, quality, and system performance

System Integration & Documentation

• Support integration of mechanical, robotic, and automation systems
• Assist in defining system layouts, interfaces, and engineering workflows
• Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, setup procedures, and validation reports
• Maintain structured documentation and datasets in SharePoint / Teams

Note on Scope & Flexibility

• The specific tasks and technical topics may vary depending on project phase, development priorities, and company requirements.

What you will need to be successful:

• Enrolled BSc or MSc student in a relevant degree such as: Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Industrial / Production Engineering
• Strong interest in engineering, robotics, and mechanical systems

Technical Skills (Student Level Expected)

• Basic knowledge of CAD software used in robotics and mechanical engineering, such as: SolidWorks, Siemens NX, CATIA, Autodesk Inventor
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, machining, or manufacturing processes
• Interest in structured handling of engineering data and documentation
• Exposure or interest in automation, robotics, or PLC/robot programming (nice to have)
• Structured, reliable, and safety-oriented working style
• Good English skills (German is a plus)

What you can expect from us:

• Flexible working hours (10-20 hrs/week) for working students
• Hands-on experience with industrial mechanical and robotic systems
• Exposure to engineering data handling within real development projects
• Participation in industrial engineering development activities.
• A supportive engineering team with a strong learning culture.

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other's growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don't always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Contact & next steps

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.

Last application date: 18/05/2026

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

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